2) Go to a "funeral"

Artist Gordon Osràm has spent the last few years out of the spotlight, crafting his own "funeral" - a performance piece celebrating his career and featuring videos, photos, interventions and interactive exhibits. Take a gander at The Complex on Little Green Street.

3) Visit the aquarium in Bray

Sea Life Bray Aquarium (Image: Facebook: Sea Life Bray Aquarium)

Not many Dubliners even know that this tiny aquarium exists, but it's got piranhas and an area where you can pet the manta ray! Perfect for a family day out.

4) Laugh until you cry at The Comedy Cellar

Eleanor Tiernan (Image: Facebook: Eleanor Tiernan)

Head over to The International for their hilarious weekly Comedy Cellar. Tonight's show features seasoned stand-ups Jim Elliot and Eleanor Tiernan, with Andrew Stanley hosting.

5) Check out Patrick Hennessy's collection

IMMA (Image: Wikipedia)

Cork artist Patrick Hennessy is one of Ireland's most successful post-war realist poets, daring to address his homosexuality in his work at a time when few others would. You can catch his exhibition at IMMA in Kilmainham.